noun

lifeguard

lifeguard

The lifeguard watches the swimmers at the pool.

The lifeguard watches the swimmers at the pool.

A lifeguard saved the child from drowning.

A lifeguard saved the child from drowning.

((a/the)) lifeguard a person who protects swimmers The lifeguard is on duty.

Synonyms: rescuer, swimming instructor

From 'life' + 'guard'. A person who guards or protects lives, especially of swimmers.

Another straightforward compound word. It's a person who 'guards' your 'life' at a pool or beach.

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